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Dennis Speigel, founder and CEO of International Theme Park Services (ITPS) has selected Jim Seay, president of Premier Rides to be the inaugural guest on the all new “I’m 4 Fun” podcast. On 9 September he will share his perspective on how…

Montreal-based Connect&GO has secured financing of $4M to support its position as a leader of technologies for the leisure and attractions industries. The company, which specialises in RFID wristbands for the leisure and attraction…

IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, has announced the cancellation of IAAPA Expo 2020 in Orlando, Florida. The association is launching a new virtual conference for global attractions industry professionals so that…

US-based pinball trade show Pinball Expo will now be held virtually, according to a recent announcement from organisers.“ The Governor of Illinois mandated all events of our size to remain closed until the state moves to Phase 5, which…

Leader in interactive dark rides Alterface has introduced new interactive tournament ride Action LeagueTM. The ride is based on a new formula where multiple teams compete against each other up to a final winner, featuring an ultra-dynamic…

D-BOX Technologies Inc., a world leader in haptic and immersive entertainment experiences, and well-known video game publisher Ubisoft have signed a new partnership agreement that leverages the use of D-BOX's motion technology to enable…

Stern Pinball, Inc. has announced a new line of pinball machines based on the Super Heroes and Super Villains featured in Marvel Comics’ hit comic book series Avengers. The Avengers: Infinity Quest pinball machines will be available in…

Virtuix, creator of the “Omni Arena” virtual reality esports attraction, has shared the latest usage data captured by Omni Arena systems at entertainment venues nationwide. 21 of 29 Omni Arena locations have reopened the attraction to…

Laserforce International, a laser tag equipment manufacturer for more than three decades, has great pleasure in announcing its relationship with the BPAA (The Bowling Proprietors’ of America) and its “Smart Buy” program. Laserforce is…

AIMS International has made the decision to take its annual Safety Seminar virtual for 2021. From their home and offices, this year’s attendees will learn from world-class speakers, veteran trainers and the industry’s top professionals…

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has named Don McCoy as park president of Los Angeles-based theme parks Six Flags Magic Mountain, Hurricane Harbor-LA, and Hurricane Harbor Phoenix. McCoy succeeds Neal Thurman who has left the company…

Adirondack has promoted Creative Director Seth Harkins to Vice President of Creative Arts. With a background in themed entertainment design and production, Harkins is responsible for leading the design and arts programs. He oversees a wide…

Pre-COVID-19, the popularity of online gaming meant the industry’s biggest challenge was giving people compelling reasons to get off the couch. COVID-19 has since further forced people to stay home and has kept them out of LBE venues.…

Imagine Hospitality is to build a family destination resort in the City of Hollister, Missouri, a suburb of the entertainment capital of Branson. The 575,000-square-foot resort will be situated on 68 acres within the Hollister city…

Fun Spot Manufacturing, an Abeo company and a leader in the design and manufacturing of trampoline and adventure parks, has partnered with SUMBA, the creators of a cloud-based single system of engagement for education, inspections,…